September 29, Evening Brief: Today's top news and headlines from cricketing world

1. Sri Lanka own Galle on Day 4 to clean sweep New Zealand

Let us have a look at how X reacted to Sri Lanka defeating New Zealand in the second Test of the ongoing series. (READ MORE)

2. Mohammad Yousuf resigns as Pakistan men's selector citing personal reasons

Pakistan men's chief selector, Mohammad Yousuf, has put his resignation from the position, as confirmed by himself. (READ MORE)

3. It’s an honour to lead the England team into another World Cup: Heather Knight

England Women skipper Heather Knight wrote about her thoughts in ICC's captain's column ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup 2024. She talked about how World Cups are always special events, a look into the team squad, and more. (READ MORE)

4. BCCI inaugurates new NCA in Bengaluru

The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) on Sunday, September 29, inaugurated the new National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. (READ MORE)

5. AFG vs BAN 2024: ACB confirms schedule for three-match ODI series

Afghanistan are all set to host Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series in November 2024, the confirmation of which was made by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Sunday, September 29 via their official website. (READ MORE)

6. IND vs BAN: Day 3 in Kanpur called off due to wet outfield

Day 3 continued the bad luck for the teams. The play on day 3 was abandoned due to poor drainage. There was no rain on day 3, as it was bright and sunny. However, the poor drainage resulted in the day being called off without a ball being bowled. (READ MORE)

7. SL vs NZ: Kane Williamson goes past Virat Kohli's Test runs tally in Galle

The second session of the day saw Williamson go past ace Indian batter, Virat Kohli, in the chart for the leading run-scorers in Test cricket. (READ MORE)

8. 'Would not come back for playing just 4 or 5 games'- Tamim Iqbal on potential comeback to international cricket

Legendary Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal has recently hinted at a potential return to international cricket. The 35-year-old stepped away from the game in 2023 and is now considering a comeback. (READ MORE)

9. Sanath Jayasuriya to continue as Sri Lanka Head Coach with extended contract after victory against New Zealand

As per reports from ESPNcricinfo, the veteran is likely to get his contract extended for one more year owing to the team’s impressive outings recently. (READ MORE)

10. 'They will just retain Virat Kohli, release everyone else' - RP Singh foresees RCB's retention strategy ahead of IPL 2025 Auction

With the Indian Premier League (IPL) all set to host its 2025 season, RP Singh recently predicted the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) retention strategy. (READ MORE)